Charles G. Harper

From Paddington to Penzance

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 342
• Erscheinungstermin: 18. Juli 2023
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 18mm
• Gewicht: 481g
• ISBN-13: 9781022043886
• ISBN-10: 1022043889
• Artikelnr.: 68727318

Autorenporträt

Charles George Harper (1863–1943) was an English author and illustrator who left an indelible mark on topographical and regional literature during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Harper's work is often characterized by a keen eye for detail, a rich palette of cultural and historical anecdotes, and an engaging narrative style that brings to life the towns, roads, and landscapes of Britain. His book 'From Paddington to Penzance' is a testament to his love for travel and exploration, blending travelogue with social commentary and presenting an evocative journey through the English countryside. Harper had a prolific career, penning numerous books where he often served as both author and illustrator. These works, including 'The Brighton Road: Old Times and New on a Classic Highway' and 'The Portsmouth Road and Its Tributaries', are celebrated for their insightful observations and charming pen-and-ink drawings. A great observer of the changing times, Harper's writings offer both a historical snapshot of a bygone era and a timeless appreciation for the scenic and lesser-known byways of England. Harper's literary style, which can be both nostalgic and critical, attracts readers who share his passion for the scenic and the historic, preserving his legacy as a distinguished figure in the canon of English travel and topography writers.